By our Reporter
George Foreman, Heavyweight boxing icon
dies at the age of 76.
Nicknamed “Big George,” Foreman had one of the most remarkable careers in boxing history. He won Olympic gold in 1968 and became a two-time world heavyweight champion, regaining the title 21 years apart. His second victory in 1994 at age 45 made him the oldest heavyweight champion in history.
Foreman first won the heavyweight title in 1973 but lost it the following year to Muhammad Ali in the legendary “Rumble in the Jungle” fight. Over his career, he amassed an impressive record of 76 wins, including 68 knockouts—nearly twice as many as Ali.
After retiring from boxing in 1997, Foreman found even greater financial success through the George Foreman Grill, a bestselling product that earned him more than his boxing career.
His family announced his passing in an Instagram post on Friday night, describing him as “a devout preacher, a devoted husband, a loving father, and a proud grand and great grandfather,” who lived a life of faith, humility, and purpose.
“He was a humanitarian, an Olympian, and a two-time heavyweight champion of the world,” the statement read. “A man of discipline, conviction, and a protector of his legacy, fighting tirelessly to preserve his good name—for his family.”
Tributes poured in from the boxing world, with former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson honoring Foreman’s lasting impact, saying his “contribution to boxing and beyond will never be forgotten.”
